The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Scarborough
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Scarborough will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Scarborough on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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€50 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Scarborough trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:07 AM Manchester Airport | 2h59 | 7:06 AM Scarborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 AM Manchester Airport | 3h19 | 8:59 AM Scarborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Manchester Airport | 3h15 | 9:59 AM Scarborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:44 AM Manchester Airport | 3h15 | 10:59 AM Scarborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:44 AM Manchester Airport | 3h15 | 11:59 AM Scarborough | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Scarborough
Trains from Manchester Airport to Scarborough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 14:32. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 14:32 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Scarborough trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Scarborough from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Scarborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Scarborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Scarborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
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